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What differentiates extension from hyperextension? A. Extension bends joints in the opposite direction as hyperextension. B. Extension straightens a joint, and hyperextension bends it but in the opposite direction from flexion. C. Hyperextension straightens a joint, and extension bends it in the opposite direction from flexion. D. Both bend joints, but extension can be damaging. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. A B C D What differentiates extension from hyperextension? A. Extension bends joints in the opposite direction as hyperextension. B. Extension straightens a joint, and hyperextension bends it but in the opposite direction from flexion. C. Hyperextension straightens a joint, and extension bends it in the opposite direction from flexion. D. Both bend joints, but extension can be damaging. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. A B C D Show more…

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Hyperextension is the movement that extends a joint beyond its normal range of motion, which can potentially cause injury. Show more…

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